The Parkers

Kim Parker continues to be just as boy-crazy as she was when her character was on "Moesha". On this show, we learn that she gets this trait from her mother Nikki, who chases after stiff Professor Ogilvie in every episode. Unlike "Moesha", which has turned into a dramedy over the past couple of years, "The Parkers" are all about fun. Viewers with good memories will remember Jenna Van Oy as having been a regular on "Blossom". Countess Vaughn, who plays Kim, had a reoccuring role on "227", and was also a "Star Search" contestant in the singing category.

With Moesha now entering its 5th season, Moesha's loud-mouthed and gossipy best friend transitioned to her own show with complete comedic success.

The still loud-mouthed, gossipy, and also slightly ditzy but kind-hearted Kimberly Ann Parker (played to hilarious and cute perfection by Countess Vaughn) is taking classes at Santa Monica College alongside her own loud-mouthed single mother Nikki (played by the hilarious Mo'Nique), who falls hopelessly in love with the school's professor, Stanley Oglevee (played by the talented Dorien Wilson).

Alongside Kim, Nikki and the Professor are Nikki's 1st best friend Desiree Littlejohn (played by the beautiful Mari Marrow) who was dropped halfway through S1 to be replaced by Andell Wilkerson (played by the late and talented Yvette Wilson) and Kim's friends T Radcliffe (played by Ken L.) and Stevie Van Lowe (played by the beautiful Jenna von Oÿ).

Unlike Moesha (which I still love thanks to Brandy), The Parkers still remain on their funny roots for the most part instead of turning dramatic, and it does feature a strong cast of players, especially Kim and Andell from Moesha and Nikki, so if you enjoyed Moesha, especially Kim, then you'll enjoy The Parkers.

The Parkers has stolen the hearts of many people throughout it's run on UPN on Monday nights. Now that it is in syndication I laugh with Nikki, Kim, and the gang every day. The Parkers is very entertaining and sometimes even educational(Not with Kim tough).My favorite episode was the episode when T found out his honey was HIV positive which also dealt with racism.I am hispanic but I feel identified with the African American community also. Monique's character Nikki, is not scared to speak her mind and I really think that's one of the reason why her character has been successful. The PArkers is the best show on UPN. No other show on UPN can make me laugh as much as the Parkers On a scale of 1 to 10 I give it a 9.

I've seen almost all the episodes on BET, and I hope it comes out on video. I think it's the funniest show to come out in the new millennium and I wish it never ended. Fortunately, we can still see it on BET, but mark my words, it'll take its rightful place on DVD and on TV Land or Nick at Nite in the years to come. I also love Mo'Nique because she is the only role model for (BBW) big, beautiful women.

One of my favorite episodes was the Tae Bo episode, and also when Shaq came on the show. I love all of Mo'Nique and Andell's antics as well as Kim's "ka-yut" personality and marvelous singing voice. And Boo, is really hot. Worth fighting for. There are so many memorable episodes, that if you haven't been fortunate enough to see it, you must check it out. It is hilarious and loads of fun.

Not only this show is one of the top-ten shows that garners a huge African-American audience on UPN,but its one of the funniest ever devised. Think of it as the female version of Sanford and Son mixed in with a hint of The Jeffersons,What's Happening,and Good Times not to mention that 80's show 227(in Sandra Clark mode)for good measure. Moni'Que is side splitting hilarious as the mom was always tries to get the Professor but overwhelming results. Countress Vaughn is the daughter Kim along with her friends tries to conjure up one lame scheme after another. When you see it,you'll be crying laughing!